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Trip Overview

The average train between Cradley Heath and Reading takes 2h 27m and the fastest train takes 1h 56m. There is an hourly train service from Cradley Heath to Reading. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 27m
Duration
108 mi
Distance
£55
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Cradley Heath to Reading train times

Trains run hourly between Cradley Heath and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cradley Heath is at 11:27 PM which arrives into Reading at 7:44 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Snow Hill and take an average of 2h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country8h 17m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 18m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 7m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 15m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 5m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 6m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 8m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 22m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 12m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 16m • 1 change
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    West Midlands TrainsCross Country2h 11m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Cradley Heath to Reading? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Cradley Heath to Reading.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 107.9 mi
  • Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Cradley Heath, England and Reading, England?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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